Introduction The reign of Jehoiakim (609–598 BCE) was marked by political instability, shifting alliances, and ultimately disastrous resistance against the growing power of Nebuchadnezzar II. As the Neo-Babylonian Empire expanded, the Kingdom of Judah found itself caught between powerful empires, particularly Babylon and Egypt. Jehoiakim’s attempts to resist Babylonian dominance … Continue reading What political and military strategies did Jehoiakim use to resist Babylonian dominance, and why did they fail?